Re: A/C Compressor failure

From: sneezer@gmail.com
Date: Wed Oct 18 2006 - 23:10:31 EDT


In article <1367.67.149.50.224.1161226547.squirrel@webmail.omg-stfu.com>, josh.
> Why not run a 6-rib belt? When I ran an underdrive crank pulley I used one
> and didn't have any problems. I don't think there's really a compelling
> reason to stick with the 7-rib if you need a size unavailable in that width.
> You just have to make sure the belt is lined up correctly on the pulleys or
> it'll wear funny and squeal real fast.

If you can find an 8-rib belt in the correct length, you can use it and cut the
extra rib off. I know one guy who did that with his Powerdyne blower, had no
problems. Just don't do it to a Gatorback belt - they are way too tough to cut
the extra rib off.

Kevin



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